Originally Posted by JLD
So here is a mock up of the pattern that I am trying to use. I did this without heat and bond - but I plan on using it. I am just trying to see if I can make this work before I buy the material. If I use the heat and bond will it make it so that it isn't wavy? Any other suggestions are appreciated. - Oh and my block is now not square - should I just make it larger than I want and cut it down?
If you use heat and bond (or other fusible) cut out the center so you only have about 1/4 - 1/2 inch around the edges. It will keep it from getting too stiff. Also, it looks like you need to use a stabilizer under the stitching. you can use embroidery stabilizer, or I sometimes use freezer paper, or bakers parchment if the design is larger. Freezeer paper can be "fused" to the back and then removed. Parchment you'll have to pin to the background. I think that will help your stitching tremendously!